Why telebehavioral health is here to stay: comfort, convenience, and effectiveness
Telebehavioral health (TBH) changed the way care providers offered services over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic. In response to the public health emergency (PHE) that ensued, federal and state governments adjusted regulations so individuals could more easily receive behavioral health services. This resulted in fewer access disruptions, lower care costs, and helped establish TBH as a viable treatment modality.
Although the PHE has ended and in-person visits have increased, TBH remains popular. Care providers and regulators are now working to establish how TBH can best serve individuals who need care, while also supporting care providers in a post-pandemic world.
